nRF Connect Device Manager vs Silvertooth Scanner
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
nRF Connect Device Manager
This tool allows for the updating and management of devices running specific SDKs via Bluetooth LE. It supports features like firmware updates, file system access, and device reset.
- Firmware Update Over-The-Air (FOTA)
- File System Management
- Device Reset
- Logs & Stats
- Bluetooth LE Support
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nRF Connect Device Manager is a generic tool for updating and managing devices running nRF Connect SDK supporting Device Manager module over Bluetooth LE (aka Management Subsystem, Mcu Manager, Bare Metal, SMP Server, SUIT). Features: * Basic: Echo, Reset * Firmware Update Over-The-Air (FOTA, DFU) * File System * Logs & stats Links: Source code: https://github.com/NordicSemiconductor/IOS-nRF-Connect-Device-Manager * nRF Connect SDK: https://www.nordicsemi.com/Software-and-tools/Software/nRF-Connect-SDK * SMP Server Sample Doc: https://developer.nordicsemi.com/nRF_Connect_SDK/doc/latest/zephyr/samples/subsys/mgmt/mcumgr/smp_svr/README.html#smp-svr-sample * McuManager: https://github.com/apache/mynewt-mcumgr * SMP over Bluetooth: https://github.com/apache/mynewt-mcumgr/blob/master/transport/smp-bluetooth.md
Silvertooth Scanner
This app empowers developers and tech enthusiasts to master Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE) development. It offers a streamlined interface for discovering, connecting to, and interacting with BLE devices, simplifying testing and debugging.
- Scan for nearby Bluetooth devices
- Connect and manage BLE peripherals
- Discover device services and characteristics
- Read, write, and observe characteristic data
- Built on open-source UUSwiftBluetooth library
- Developer-friendly interface
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Discover, Connect, Explore: Master Bluetooth Development! Unlock the power of Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE) with this essential tool for developers and tech enthusiasts. Powered by Core Bluetooth and the open-source UUSwiftBluetooth library, this app provides a streamlined interface to interact with BLE devices, making it easier than ever to develop and test Bluetooth solutions. Key Features: Scan for Nearby Devices: Quickly discover and list available Bluetooth peripherals in your vicinity. Perfect for development and testing. Seamless Connection Management: Connect to BLE peripherals with ease and maintain stable connections for interactive debugging and data exchange. Service & Characteristic Discovery: Effortlessly explore services and characteristics of connected devices. Gain insights into their structure and functionality. Interact with Characteristics: • Read Data: Retrieve and display characteristic values in real time. • Write Data: Send commands or data to peripherals with full control. • Observe Notifications: Monitor real-time characteristic updates to track dynamic data changes. Built for Developers: Designed to simplify BLE development, this app is an invaluable companion for building, testing, and debugging Bluetooth-enabled projects. Whether you’re a seasoned developer or just starting out, our intuitive interface and robust features will enhance your workflow. Why Choose This App? • Built on UUSwiftBluetooth: Leverages Silverpine’s open-source library for reliable performance. • Developer-Friendly: Provides clear data visualization and interaction options. • Versatile Toolset: Ideal for testing IoT devices, wearables, health monitors, and more. Take control of your Bluetooth development projects. Download now and explore the possibilities!
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Verdict
The clearest difference is update cadence: nRF Connect Device Manager at every 3 weeks against Silvertooth Scanner's every 12 months. nRF Connect Device Manager also leads on chart position (#176 vs unranked) and iOS requirement (13.0 vs 17.6). On price, rating, ratings volume and ads there is nothing between them.
Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS
Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 5.0 for nRF Connect Device Manager against 5.0 for Silvertooth Scanner. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 2 and 1 respectively.
nRF Connect Device Manager ships an update every 3 weeks, Silvertooth Scanner every 12 months. The most recent releases landed on October 27, 2026 and September 30, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | nRF Connect Device Manager | Silvertooth Scanner |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 5.0 (2 ratings) | 5.0 (1 ratings) |
| Positive reviews | 100.0% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 2 — better | 1 |
| Update frequency | Every 3 weeks — better | Every 12 months |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Free | Free |
| Best chart rank | #176 — better | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better | iPhone, iPad |
| Requires iOS | 13.0 — better | 17.6 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 5 MB | 6 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Nordic Semiconductor ASA | Silver Pine Software |
Customer experience
nRF Connect Device Manager
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In-app purchases
nRF Connect Device Manager
No in-app purchases
Silvertooth Scanner
No in-app purchases
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